Bronze Adventurous Journey – Tongariro

Create life-long memories tramping in Tongariro National Park, New Zealand’s oldest National Park and a dual World Heritage area. Explore the native bush, bird life, mountain lakes, outstanding volcanic features and places of cultural significance to Māori.

This programme allows participants to complete both their Practice and Qualifying Adventurous Journeys within a single week-long visit.

During the week, participants will:

Receive additional training and skill development to prepare for their Qualifying Journey

Complete a Practice Journey to build confidence and competence

Be supported in planning their Qualifying Journey using detailed route cards

Undertake a Qualifying Journey, assessed through shadowing by an instructor

Learn to live and travel self-sufficiently, carrying tents, cookers, food, and essential gear

Experience and reflect on teamwork, navigation, resilience, and adventure

Dates: Tuesday 7th – Saturday 11th April 2026

Who is this for? Participants enrolled in The Duke of Edinburgh Award programme

Cost breakdown
$1,358 – That’s $271.60 per day, including:

🗻 7 hours of adventure daily
🛏️ 4 nights’ accommodation
🍽️ Nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and dinners (from arrival to departure)
🚌 Transport to and from activities
🧗‍♂️ Highly-skilled, qualified instructors
🫶 Ongoing pastoral care and safety support
🎒 Use of specialist gear